Grassroots

The Grassroots Subcommittee aims to elevate the voices of those at the grassroots around the world into UN deliberations on matters important to social development. The subcommittee conducts surveys to gather data from projects and programs in local communities and rural areas in diverse countries. Usually, the surveys focus on themes set for the sessions of the UN Commission for Social Development. The data is shared with member states, the UN Secretariat and other NGOs through published reports and sponsored side events at UN meetings. The subcommittee also plays a vital role in informing those at the grassroots level about key developments and discussions happening at the United Nations, ensuring they have the opportunity to engage with global processes that directly impact their lives.